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Shane McClanahan to Miss Rays' Season Opener Due to Nerve Irritation

The ace left-hander, recovering from Tommy John surgery, will start the 2025 MLB season on the injured list, with Ryan Pepiot replacing him as Opening Day starter.

Mar 1, 2025; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (18) throws a pitch against the New York Mets in the second inning during spring training at Charlotte Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Shane McClanahan has been diagnosed with nerve irritation in his left triceps and will begin the season on the injured list.
  • The injury occurred during his final spring training game on March 22, where he exited after 2⅔ innings due to triceps tightness.
  • Ryan Pepiot has been named the Tampa Bay Rays' Opening Day starter against the Colorado Rockies in McClanahan's absence.
  • McClanahan, who underwent Tommy John surgery in 2023 and missed the 2024 season, had shown strong form this spring with seven scoreless innings across three starts.
  • Rays manager Kevin Cash expressed relief that the injury is not more severe but stated there is no set timeline for McClanahan’s return.